We need great volunteers for our Caring Connections Telephone Reassurance Program!
ElderSource's Caring Connections Telephone Reassurance Program provides a friendly telephone call from a volunteer to an older adult who is living alone and/or homebound. The goal of the program is to eliminate or reduce some of the concerns facing homebound seniors: isolation, loneliness, depression, anxiety and cognitive decline.
Many older adults want to remain independent and age in place in their own homes; however because they are isolated or housebound, meaningful relationships are difficult to come by. Caring Connections volunteers will reach out by phone regularly to these seniors to offer a friendly check-in and an opportunity to feel connected to the community beyond their front door.
Want to Become a Caring Connections Volunteer?
This is a wonderful volunteer opportunity for someone looking to make a difference in the life of a senior. All volunteers must:
- Be willing to establish a friendly, caring relationship with seniors over the phone.
- Have great listening skills.
- Be willing to make a commitment to call a senior at least once a week for a minimum of six months to a year.
- Agree to a background screening and reference check.
- Attend orientation and training sessions.
